What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Cologne is to fly and train which costs €90 - €280 and takes 7h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Cologne is to fly which takes 6h 17m and costs €75 - €320.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Köln Hbf via Tirana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 7m.

How far is it from Athens to Cologne?

The distance between Athens and Cologne is 2003 km. The road distance is 2534.8 km.

How do I travel from Athens to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Cologne without a car is to train and bus which takes 30h 21m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Athens to Cologne?

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Athens to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Cologne bus from?

Athens to Cologne bus services, operated by Top Lines, depart from Athens station.

Bus or fly from Athens to Cologne?

The best way to get from Athens to Cologne is to fly which takes 6h 17m and costs €75 - €320. Alternatively, you can bus via Tirana, which costs and takes 31h 7m.

Where does the Athens to Cologne bus arrive?

Athens to Cologne bus services, operated by Top Lines, arrive at Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave station.

What is the time difference between Athens and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h behind Athens. It is currently 2:26 AM in Athens and 1:26 AM in Cologne.

Can I drive from Athens to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Cologne is 2535 km. It takes approximately 23h 42m to drive from Athens to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1788+ hotels available in Cologne.

Athens to Cologne - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and car train

There are 10 ways to get from Athens to Cologne by plane, train, bus, car, or car train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
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1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane ATH - CGN
6h 17m
€78–311
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki to Gevgelijabus
3. Take the bus from Gevgelija to Strumicabus
4. Take the bus from Strumica to Stuttgart Hbfbus
5. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
30h 21m
Train, bus via Budapest
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki to Budapest Hotel Platanusbus
3. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10train Rjx
4. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
34h 1m
€134–263
Drive 2,534.8 km
1. Drive from Athens to Colognecar 2,534.8 km
23h 42m
€445–643
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane ATH - DUS
6h 57m
€88–403
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane ATH - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
7h 14m
€92–279
Bus via Tirana
1. Take the bus from Athens to Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusavebus
2. Take the bus from Tirana to Köln Hbfbus
31h 7m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Librazhdbus
2. Take the bus from Librazhd to Cologne Bonn Airportbus
47h 18m
€215–241
Train, Bus
1. Take the train from Athens to Larissatrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Larissa to Frankfurt am Mainbus
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain 79 / ...
47h 59m
€263–420
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Athens to Villach Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbfcartrain
23h 50m
€403–1,439

Athens to Cologne by train, bus, foot, and tram

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34h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,003 km
Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Cologne, Germany?

Ryanair, Eurowings, and two other airlines fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athens to Köln Hbf via Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave and Tirana in around 31h 7m.

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